Ask kids who “sinners/ wicked” are and who the “righteous” are. He expresses confidence in God’s hearing him, and then ends this psalm with a praise. Although God created the entire universe (Ps. Thank you, Bob. How do these Scriptures relate to the weaknesses people have in regard to the work that they do and the relationships that they are in? David begins this psalm by instructing the worshippers to think about others in the time of trouble. (Psalm 41.1-3). 3 The Lord sustains them on … At the last supper with his disciples, he quoted verse 9 of this Psalm: “The scripture must come true that says, ‘The man who shared my food turned against me'” (John 13.18). 1 sn Psalm 41.The psalmist is confident (vv. Whether it be our children or grandchildren, or those who are “children” in their walk with Jesus. When on a sick bed, or a death bed, where he lies languishing, … Jesus knew the pain of being abandoned. To say this has been a challenging year is an understatement. "A wicked thing is poured out on him; and he who lies down will not rise again." Psalms chapter 41 KJV (King James Version) 1 (To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.) What a beautiful way to look at this passage of Scripture this Thanksgiving morning, Pastor Bob! 8:1-3), he chose to appoint human beings to rule over the creation (Ps. To search the word of God comes first, pardoned sin is second, and now the forgiven sinner brings forth fruit unto God available for the good of others. Because here is the root, everything else is the fruit, i.e., the result of one living close to God by living in His eternal, infallible, sure, true and tried Word. This is the third Psalm opening with a benediction, and there is a growth in it beyond the first two. PSALM 3 * Threatened but Trusting. A psalm of David. I still remember the moment when he handled the issue with integrity at a significant cost to him. 1 John 5:3. Psalm 41 1 Psalm 41 For the director of music. On a holiday where “normal” is anything but, we have the opportunity to teach our families of faith, of respect, of confidence and of conviction. They say, 'An awful disease overwhelms him, and now that he is bed-ridden he will never recover.'. (1-4) The treachery of David's enemies. Read Romans 3:10-12 as a reminder that we are all sinners and we are all wicked. Psalm 1 is an introductory Psalm, a kind of gateway to the rest, where all kinds of qualities are mentioned. 3 Yahweh sustains him on his bed of sickness; you transform altogether the bed where he lies sick. Themes in Psalm 41:3 × Go Go. Our God is beautiful – Heaven is real – Jesus saves – the rest is “small stuff.”. How we handle trouble and especially how we include God in problem solving makes an important impact on the lives of our children. Psalm 8 is an exception in Book 1, as it does not pertain specifically to David. You will help me, because I do what is right;you will keep me in your presence forever. It is only right that the Psalm ends with these words: Praise the Lord, the God of Israel!Praise him now and forever! 4 But you, LORD, are a shield around me;. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. a. We show them that we can rely on God, even if everyone else turns against us. Verse 1. Then he asks God to raise him up. Then he gives a lament that even though he does consider the poor, he himself is being mistreated and afflicted. KING JAMES VERSION (KJV) TRANSLATION, MEANING, CONTEXT. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. A psalm of David. 1 Blessed is he who has regard for the weak; the LORD delivers him in times of trouble. We will pray for you. This branch of godliness is usually recompensed with temporal blessings. In his sorrowful state of being punished for sins, David describes the character of the one who is blessed. As we model prayer before our family, we show them that we deserve nothing from God. The Psalm illuminates what is the pressing need, God’s mercy. Once again, we teach our children valuable lessons when we are in trouble. The commands of God. I said, “I have sinned against you, Lord;be merciful to me and heal me.” (Psalm 41.4), Be merciful to me, Lord, and restore my health,and I will pay my enemies back. “The Lord will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing”: This pictures God as Physician dispensing His tender, loving care. It is another thing to have both enemies and friends turn on you when times are difficult. New Heart English Bible. May God bless you today and throughout the season. Yet, this is the one quality which is of single importance. Hi Denise. To get what Psalm 41:3 means based on its source text, scroll down or follow these links for the original scriptural meaning , biblical context and relative popularity. The Lord will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing: Thou wilt make all his bed in his sickness. Thats why Jesus had to to die for our sins and show that Only He could love us 100% with all his heart , … ( Log Out /  Scripture: Psalms 41:1-13. Right actions that reflect the heart of God are most essential. They were waiting and hoping for David to die as they slandered him behind his back. During my teen years, my father was betrayed by two friends in a business deal. (Psalm 41.5), Even my best friend, the one I trusted most,the one who shared my food,has turned against me. Psalm 41:3. they are counted among the blessed in the land—. One way the Biblical writers emphasized their message was to make a frame with their words. A psalm of David. How is this different from how the world often feels about and acts toward weakness? The LORD sustains them on their sickbed and restores them from their bed of illness. My father, who never cried, shed tears over what transacted. 3 For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments; and His commandments are not burdensome. Psalm 41 (KJV) 1 Blessed is he that considereth the poor: the Lord will deliver him in time of trouble. * a. I. God's care for his people. Another daily reading I did this morning said “Love isn’t love until you put it in action.” May my actions today show my love through faith, respect, confidence and conviction in Jesus Christ, my Lord. I will give You thanks with all my heart; I will sing praises to You before the gods. Psalm 119:46-Ps 138:1. ( Log Out /  In Book Two of Psalms, David authored 18 of the 31, more than half. (5-13) Commentary on Psalm 41:1-4 (Read Psalm 41:1-4) The people of God are not free from poverty, sickness, or outward affliction, but the Lord will consider their case, and send due supplies. Verses 4 and 10 frame the verses in between them for the purpose of emphasis. Happy are those who are concerned for the poor;the Lord will help them when they are in trouble.The Lord will protect them and preserve their lives;he will make them happy in the land;he will not abandon them to the power of their enemies.The Lord will help them when they are sickand will restore them to health. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. ( Log Out /  (Psalm 41.12). Why? Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Like it or not, our lives, our actions and our reactions are teaching others about our walk with Jesus. The Lord quotes Psalm 41:9 in reference to his betrayal by Judas in John 13:17-18. Is that an accurate expression of God’s view … Change ). Cross Connection – Reread Psalm 1:5-6. The lassitude and sufferings of sickness are hard to bear; and yet it is a wholesome discipline, which all of us greatly need. A psalm of David. I certainly have not met some one that was perfect in their love for him . 3 In verse 12 there is a declaration of being in the right. The ending of Psalm 41 is also the ending of the first Book of the Psalms. Indeed, he was a sinner for “all have sinned and have fallen short of the glory of God” (Romans 3.23). 1 [For the choirmaster Psalm Of David] Blessed is anyone who cares for the poor and the weak; in time of trouble Yahweh rescues him. Blessed is he that considereth the poor. Furt… 11-12) that the Lord has heard his request to be healed (vv. Psalm 41#In Hebrew texts 41:1-13 is numbered 41:2-14.For the director of music. It is one thing to experience misfortune. (Psalm 41.1-3) In 1968, South American Catholic Bishops met in Medellin Colombia and produced a document expressing the belief that God has a “preferential option for the poor.” What a striking theological phrase! As we are conscious of our sin and troubles, we come to God and appeal for his mercy. 1-3).One must assume that the psalmist is responding to a divine oracle of assurance (see P. C. Craigie, Psalms 1-50 [WBC], 319-20). How many rise against me! I. Our positive and helpful actions toward people who are experiencing sickness, unemployment, relapse and similar things will provide a powerful example for them. From his Lord's example the believer learns to consider his poor and afflicted brethren. Do not abandon him to his enemies' pleasure! God is sufficient to get you through. Blessed Is the One Who Has Regard For the Weak (41:1-3) A. In 1968, South American Catholic Bishops met in Medellin Colombia and produced a document expressing the belief that God has a “preferential option for the poor.” What a striking theological phrase! Psalms 41:3. God does have a preferential option for the poor. I believe that your family and friends will look at the way you have incorporated your life with Jesus into all that happened and find good instruction for their lives. Draw the Pig Personality Test (ICEBREAKER), God Is There When It's More Than We Can Bear (OBJ LESSON), Samson, Delilah and the Lion (ICEBREAKER), Animal Sounds from Different Cultures (ENERGIZER), Easter – Foreshadows of Jesus’ Death and Resurrection (DEVOTION). Thank you for sharing this insight…..a reminder that others are watching us. Leaders always lead by their example. 4-10), and he anticipates the joy he will experience when the Lord intervenes (vv. DAVID’S FOES (41:4-9) III. Sickness and enemies. Psalm 41 - For the director of music. Psalm 41 is a lament psalm. The psalm falls into three sections: 46:1‑3: … PSALM 41:3. While there have been days when happiness eludes me, true joy in a relationship with Jesus has been a soothing balm for each painful thought or memory. In the Beatitudes Jesus said, “Happy are those who are merciful to others; God will be merciful to them!” (Matthew 5.7). It is important to notice the activity of the enemies in this Psalm. 1 A psalm of David, when he fled from his son Absalom. ( Log Out /  As a group, read the following Scriptures, and then discuss the questions below. I. David is the only known psalmist in Book One. 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We see Jesus as the lover of God’s Law who delighted in it and obeyed it perfectly (Psalm 1; 40:6-8; 119).We see Jesus mourning for those who suffer. It is believed that this Psalm was intended to teach the people of God how to respond to problems, sickness, and betrayal. 2 Yahweh protects him, gives him life and happiness on earth. Psalms 41:1-3 "Blessed is he that considereth the poor: Jehovah will deliver him in the day of evil. Discipline From God Promises To The Afflicted Divine Care In Sickness God Teaching Blessed Through God. Verse Concepts. Psalm 46 shows that when trouble strikes, 2. 1 Blessed are those who have regard for the weak; the Lord delivers them in times of trouble. Is that an accurate expression of God’s view toward the poor and vulnerable of society? 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